Tom also plays trumpet (generally second trumpet). Tom also writes the web site ... (hmmm...THIS is awkward, isn't it?). Anyway, Tom is extremely honored to be able to perform with the other four members, and feels lucky to have them as friends -- they are all among his favorite people. On a more serious note, Tom also admits to liking country-western radio, possesses considerable knowledge of Monty Python, and is probably the group's expert on the heroic age of polar exploration. |
Jim plays trombone. Jim's knowledge of Monty Python routines is extensive, but in the South Hill Brass, such knowledge is not unique. It is his knowledge of eighteenth and nineteenth century sailing ships and tactics that really stands out, and makes him the obvious choice as spokesman during performances. (Incidentally, Jim is one of the few world-class musicians in the area, although I'm sure he'll disagree...) |
Mark plays trumpet (generally first trumpet). Mark is a quick-witted gentleman and a scholar, fully versed in the subtle nuances of Monty Python, as well as an exceptional trumpet player. He is especially good at jazz (the South Hill Brass plays almost no jazz), and is one of the few local brass players who will admit to liking country-western radio (the South Hill Brass plays no country-western at this time). |
Libby (a.k.a. "Liz") plays horn (a.k.a. "French horn"). Libby is the only member of the South Hill Brass with the courage to wear womens' clothing in public. In addition, she is probably the least mean-spirited of the five of us. In spite of these things, the rest of us are all horribly fond of her, and she is a fine horn player, with good working knowledge of astronomy. If only she was a little more fluent in Monty Python... |
Arnie plays tuba. (There is a curious tendency among local tuba players to be named "Arnie".) Arnie is the only "non-original" member of the group, and, as a consequence, tends to be convinced that the rest of us are talking about him behind his back. Nevertheless, he is one of the most enthusiastic proponents of the South Hill Brass, as well as one of the best tuba players in Southeast Iowa, although his Monty Python experience is unclear. |
The five people who make up the South Hill Brass can be found in a variety of local and regional musical productions and groups, including the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra, and all are members of the Burlington Municipal Band. This is not exactly a fluke; there are only so many adult musicians playing in this area. In alphabetical order, here are the specific members: |
Members of the South Hill Brass |
The five people who make up the South Hill Brass can be found in a variety of local and regional musical productions and groups, including the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra, and all are members of the Burlington Municipal Band. This is not exactly a fluke; there are only so many adult musicians playing in this area. In alphabetical order, here are the specific members: |
Arnie plays tuba. (There is a curious tendency among local tuba players to be named "Arnie".) Arnie is the only "non-original" member of the group, and, as a consequence, tends to be convinced that the rest of us are talking about him behind his back. Nevertheless, he is one of the most enthusiastic proponents of the South Hill Brass, as well as one of the best tuba players in Southeast Iowa, although his Monty Python experience is unclear. |
Libby (a.k.a. "Liz") plays horn (a.k.a. "French horn"). Libby is the only member of the South Hill Brass with the courage to wear womens' clothing in public. In addition, she is probably the least mean-spirited of the five of us. In spite of these things, the rest of us are all horribly fond of her, and she is a fine horn player, with good working knowledge of astronomy. If only she was a little more fluent in Monty Python... |
Mark plays trumpet (generally first trumpet). Mark is a quick-witted gentleman and a scholar, fully versed in the subtle nuances of Monty Python, as well as an exceptional trumpet player. He is especially good at jazz (the South Hill Brass plays almost no jazz), and is one of the few local brass players who will admit to liking country-western radio (the South Hill Brass plays no country-western at this time). |
Jim plays trombone. Jim's knowledge of Monty Python routines is extensive, but in the South Hill Brass, such knowledge is not unique. It is his knowledge of eighteenth and nineteenth century sailing ships and tactics that really stands out, and makes him the obvious choice as spokesman during performances. (Incidentally, Jim is one of the few world-class musicians in the area, although I'm sure he'll disagree...) |
Tom also plays trumpet (generally second trumpet). Tom also writes the web site ... (hmmm...THIS is awkward, isn't it?). Anyway, Tom is extremely honored to be able to perform with the other four members, and feels lucky to have them as friends -- they are all among his favorite people. On a more serious note, Tom also admits to liking country-western radio, possesses considerable knowledge of Monty Python, and is probably the group's expert on the heroic age of polar exploration. |
The vast majority of this information is true! |
(Above is an actual photograph of Tom's hand playing Tom's trumpet, stolen from elsewhere on the web, as is the actual photograph showing the upper part of Jim's trombone and part of the left side of Jim's head. More photographs of South Hill Brass members as they become available!) |
(Arnie's hand and tuba.) |
(Part of Jim's ear & trombone) |
